Dr. J. V. Srinivas, Lead Consultant – Orthopaedics & Joint Replacement, Aster RV Hospital Driver’s knee is a condition whereby a person experiences discomfort or pain in the knee joint as a result of the activity that he or she is performing, mainly by driving. It occurs primarily in the right knee since one keeps […]
5 Ways Rheumatic Diseases Affect Women Differently
Dr. Yathish G C, Lead Consultant – Rheumatology, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Rheumatic diseases — which include autoimmune and inflammatory conditions like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and scleroderma — affect millions of people worldwide. But women have been known to be affected differently by rheumatic diseases. The reason why this happens is multifold. Hormonal changes, immune […]
Atherosclerosis: The Hidden Threat to Your Heart
Dr. Naveen Chandra G S, HOD and Lead Consultant – Department of Interventional Cardiology, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru There are many health problems relating to the heart and among them, a serious one is Atherosclerosis – a silent killer. There is an urgent need to understand this condition to enable us to take preventive measures. Atherosclerosis […]
Geri Care, India’s Pioneer in Integrated Geriatric Care, Launches its First Assisted Living Centre for Elders in Bengaluru
Geri Care Health Services, India’s first integrated, geriatrician-led healthcare provider for senior citizens, has announced the launch of a first-of-its-kind Assisted Living Centre in Bengaluru. Located at St. John’s Road, Ulsoor, this 100-bed premium skilled nursing facility marks a major milestone in Geri Care’s national expansion and introduces a first-of-its-kind eldercare solution to the city. This expansion follows Geri […]
7 Symptoms Women Should Never Ignore
Dr. Kavitha Kovi, Head of Department – Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Aster Women & Children Hospital, Bengaluru It has often been noticed that between juggling careers, families, and societal expectations, women frequently dismiss or downplay their own health concerns. If the problem or pain is manageable, they tend to ignore it until it worsens. Many serious […]
Pain-Free at Last: The Eccentric Revolution Your Aching Body Is Looking For
Dr. Palak Dengla, Chief Physiotherapist, Aster RV Hospital Imagine the frustration of living with persistent pain despite trying countless remedies. Eccentric exercises—focusing on the controlled lowering phase when muscles lengthen under tension—could be your missing solution. In a bicep curl, lifting is concentric (muscle shortens), while lowering is eccentric (muscle lengthens while working). This overlooked […]
Types of Joint Pain and What They Might Mean
Dr. Kumardev Arvind Rajamanya, Head of Department (HOD) & Lead Consultant – Orthopaedics, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Joint pain is usually something we always tend to ignore, flagging it off as part of growing old. For some, it’s a dull ache after a long day. For others, it’s a sharp jolt during a simple task. […]
Fortis Healthcare Launches ‘Fortis Institute of Genomic Medicine’ Ushering a New Era in Precision Medicine
Fortis Healthcare, today launched ‘Fortis Institute of Genomic Medicines’, a pioneering center dedicated to harnessing the power of genomic science to transform patient care across India. Backed by Fortis’ advanced clinical ecosystem and Agilus Diagnostics’ extensive national footprint, the institute will bring together a multi-disciplinary team of medical experts including Molecular Hematology, Oncology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Pathology, Genomic scientists alongwith bioinformaticians and AI […]
Dr. Soosan Jacob of Dr. Agarwal’s Eye Hospital Ranked Among Top 10 Global Experts in Cataract and Refractive Surgery: The Ophthalmologist Power List 2025
Dr. Soosan Jacob, Director and Chief of Dr. Agarwal’s Refractive and Cornea Foundation and Senior Consultant for Cataract and Glaucoma Services at Dr. Agarwal’s Group of Eye Hospitals has once again earned a spot in The Ophthalmologist Power List 2025, building on her previous inclusions in the 2021, 2022, and 2024 Power Lists. Dr. Soosan Jacob has […]
DeepTek’s Chest X-ray AI Solution Receives CE MDR Class IIb Certification
DeepTek, a leading provider of AI-powered radiology solutions, is proud to announce that its Chest X-ray AI solution has received CE certification under the European Union MedicalDevice Regulation (EU MDR) as a Class IIb medical device. This marks a significant milestone in DeepTek’s commitment to delivering safe, effective, and scalable AI tools to transform diagnostic […]